straight ticket voting

Democrats were on a mission for years to get rid of straight ticket voting. But now, as the old saying goes, watch out what you wish for, you may get it.

Doug Kruse waiting to hear from a voter in Manchester: Photo Credit: PolitickerNH.comMANCHESTER--Knocking on doors on a Saturday morning might be a nerve-wracking experience for some politicians, but for Doug Kruse it was just another day on the campaign trail.

Kruse, a Manchester school board member, is running for the state senate against incumbent state Sen. Betsi DeVries (D-Manchester) in Senate District 18.

"I feel very encouraged about this race," Kruse told PolitickerNH.com as he campaigned in Manchester's Westwood neighborhood.

NASHUA-- As a result of voter registration trends New Hampshire Democratic Party Chairman Ray Buckley said he is "confident" that the Democrats will retain control of the state legislature.

"The transformation happening in New Hampshire is making me feel confident that we can keep the majority in the state senate and house," Buckley said.